Urgent Co2 solenoid sticking open.

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  1. Pickupman66

    Pickupman66 Tassled File Fish

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    Before I run and buy a new solenoid I figured I would ask here. My solenoid on my co2 tank for my calcium reactor keeps sticking in the open position. I have cleaned it and lubed it butt it still sstickks. In the open position. I just got a brand new tank today so I have plenty of gas.

    Any tips or tricks before I order a new one from brs?
     
    Pickupman66, Dec 15, 2011
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  3. Ichthyosaur

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    Do you have it connected to relay contacts? Light loads on electronic controllers sometimes will not turn off. Disconnect to check if it is the controller.
     
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  4. Pickupman66

    Pickupman66 Tassled File Fish

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    Its hooked to a pinpoint controller. Not to my reefkeeper.
     
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  5. Pickupman66

    Pickupman66 Tassled File Fish

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    new solenoid purchased. works like a charm now.
     
    Pickupman66, Dec 22, 2011
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